Certified Nursing Assistant CNA - Weekends
Horizon Home Health and Hospice
Location
Meridian, ID | United States
Job description
Certified Nursing Assistant CNA - Horizon Home Health and Hospice
Are you a highly skilled and motivated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for an immediate opportunity in the healthcare industry? Do you have a passion for providing life-changing care to patients? If so, Horizon Home Health and Hospice is the perfect place for you to thrive and make a difference!
Horizon Home Health and Hospice is one of Idaho's oldest and largest Home Health agencies. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our quality of care and ethical business practices. Our foundational Core Values - CAPLICO (Celebrate, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love one another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership) - guide us in providing excellent service to our patients and creating a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our employees. We are known as Idaho's EMPLOYER OF CHOICE and we want you to join us in our mission to provide life-changing service to all those we touch.
JOB SUMMARY - As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Horizon Home Health and Hospice, you will be a valued member of our home care team.
- You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist, providing various personal care services to meet the patient's needs.
- Your responsibilities will include observing patients, reporting observations, documenting care performed, and promoting quality, continuity, and safety of patient care.
- You will also be part of our interdisciplinary team, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide personal care services such as baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, changing bed linen, assisting with dressing and undressing, nail and skin care, and toileting activities.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals for patients.
- Assist in feeding patients, if necessary.
- Take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Assist in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
- Perform range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered.
- Assist patients in self-administration of medication.
- Keep patient's living area clean and orderly.
- Report on patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse.
- Adhere to documentation and care procedures, as well as personal and professional conduct standards.
- Attend in-service training annually to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Participate in scheduled Case Conference meetings as part of the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
JOB REQUIREMENTS - Must have successfully completed a training and competency evaluation program approved by the respective state and listed in good standing in the state nurse registry.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
- Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail, and impaired.
- Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
- Demonstrate tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
- Licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY - Competitive pay based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k with matching.
- Referral program and mileage reimbursement.
- Paid training and flexible schedule.
- Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and dynamic team.
- Learn and grow in the healthcare industry.
Location: 63 W Willowbrook Dr If you are a talented and enthusiastic Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for an immediate opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives, apply now and join the Horizon Home Health and Hospice team!
This position is for the weekends - Saturday and Sunday availability is required.
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